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10-09-2016 05:30 AM
I have an HP Envy Desktop 750-114 and an HP V242h monitor. Colors, etc. on the monitor are flat, dull and almost gray. It's been like this since we got the computer about a year ago. I tweaked the contrast, etc., on the monitor and it's a little better, but still not great.
So, do I need a new graphics card for the computer, or a new monitor? I'm afraid if I buy a new monitor, it'll be the same, dull and flat.
If a new graphics card is needed, what would be a good one, and would I need a new power supply?
My son does like to do gaming, so one that is good for gaming would be preferred.
Thanks in advance!
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10-09-2016 07:18 AM
I did a little experimenting and partially answered my own question. I removed the monitor in question (HP V242h) and hooked it up to another computer. What a world of difference! So I don't believe it's the monitor, but the graphics card.
So an amended question: What would be a good graphics card for my HP Envy Desktop 750-114? One that improves the display and provides better gaming? Also, would I need a new power supply?
Thanks again in advance!
10-09-2016 07:18 AM
I did a little experimenting and partially answered my own question. I removed the monitor in question (HP V242h) and hooked it up to another computer. What a world of difference! So I don't believe it's the monitor, but the graphics card.
So an amended question: What would be a good graphics card for my HP Envy Desktop 750-114? One that improves the display and provides better gaming? Also, would I need a new power supply?
Thanks again in advance!
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